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Promoted Bolton stunned Preston in front of a sellout crowd to claim their first second-tier victory since 2019.
A sellout crowd at the Toughsheet Community Stadium witnessed Bolton's first second-tier victory since March 2019.
The 2026-27 Championship begins with a full slate of matches.
Preston used Everton's old home to advance, now they face the Toffees away.
A dramatic shootout at Goodison Park saw Preston triumph despite playing 69 minutes with ten men.
Mirror Football · 19 Aug 2026